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Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence

Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence

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Exterior
master bedroom
en suite in master bedroom
second bedroom
Private kitchen

Overview of Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 497 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Villedieu, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur
  • Popular LocationRoman Bridge9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMedieval city11 min drive
  • Popular LocationDentelles de Montmirail39 min drive
  • AirportMarseille (MRS-Marseille - Provence)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence

Centuries old, stone built, corner property in the centre of the village. Attractive frontage with deep red door & window shutters.A short stroll to the main square with cafe/bar. Front door opens into a warmly decorated lounge with wood burning stove, satellite TV. Lounge leads into a hallway, off which is a bathroom with shower and wash handbasin, plus a utility area with washing machine and freezer. Separate WC. On 3 levels,stairs lead up to 2 good size bedrooms. Main bedroom has double bed, attractive antique cupboards, a bath with shower & wash basin. 2nd bedroom has twin beds, a wash basin & hanging space. The HUB of the house is the light & airy kitchen/diner & roof terrace on top floor. Kitchen has oven,grill, induction hob,microwave & fridge. Living area has pine table to seat 6/8 plus sofa. Casement doors lead onto a large terrace with stunning west facing views and sunsets. Outside dining for 6 and raised decking area for sunbathing with UV protected sun canvas. Provence at its best.

Getting There: BY AIR
Plenty of airports and of low-cost airlines to choose from:
Montelimar - 24 miles
Nimes - 42 miles
Marseille - 59 miles
Montpellier - 72 miles
Grenoble - 75 miles
Beziers - 170 miles
Lyon - 142 miles


BY TRAIN
High-speed TGV trains run from St Pancras to Avignon


BY CAR
590 miles from Calais but it is motorway all the way


CAR HIRE available at all airports and train stations mentioned above

ACTIVITIES & SIGHTSEEING: Walking - plenty of scenic walks in the Dentelles, or even starting from your doorstep.
Cycling - lose those extra calories by cycling from one hilltop village to the next. If you're mad, you can even cycle to the top of Mont Ventoux and while you catch your breath the amazing views will take your breath away again!
Canoeing or swimming in the gorges of the Ardeche.
Horseriding - 3 equestrian centres nearby, with training ring.
Tennis - 2 courts in Villedieu.
Dining - stop for a coffee or a long, lazy lunch in a pavement cafe.
Wine Tasting - this is Cote du Rhone country and all the caves offer wine tastings(degustations) to visitors.
You are in the heart of Provence surrounded by charming medieval and Roman towns & villages in abundance.
Discover and explore the wonderful traditional Provencal markets.
The Mediterranean is just over an hour away (don't miss Cassis harbour and beaches). The Cote d'Azur is a couple of hours away. Italy and Spain are a day trip away.

Property manager

Mandy and Ian Moore

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villedieu

Located in Villedieu, this holiday home is in a rural area. La Villasse and Roman Bridge are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Provencal Market and Richerenches Truffle Market. Jardin des Aromes and Le Parc Alexis Gruss are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Roman Bridge - 9 min drive
  • Musée d’Histoire 1939–1945 - 10 min drive
  • Medieval city - 11 min drive
  • Mont Ventoux - 37 min drive
  • Dentelles de Montmirail - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Courthézon Station - 29 min drive
  • Avignon (AVN-Caumont) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • L'Annexe Café - 8 min drive
  • Le Comptoir des Voconces - 9 min drive
  • Le Bar A Thym - 8 min drive
  • Bar brasserie l'athena hotel - 8 min drive
  • Cafe du Centre - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Medieval Village in the Heart of Provence located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Domaine Fond Croze, Winegrower's Museum and La Villasse. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Nazareth and Roman Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.7/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Katrin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhafter Urlaub - mitten im Dorfleben
Das Haus ist wirklich ein ganz wunderbares Ziel für einen Urlaub in einer (wie wir finden) der schönsten Gegenden der Provence. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen, die Lage des Hauses mitten im Dorf, die Nähe zum Dorfplatz mit Café, Restaurants und Dorfladen (und trotzdem sehr ruhig gelegen) und auch das Haus selbst, vor allem die Dachterasse mit dem traumhaften Ausblick. Das Haus ist sehr liebevoll eingerichtet mit allem was man braucht und idealer Ausgangspunkt für viele Ausflüge. Der Kontakt zu Mandy und Ian Moore war sehr herzlich, Fragen wurden sehr schnell beantwortet. Wir haben uns sehr willkommen gefühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

jean-jacques v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
parfait
Cette maison est un cocon magnifique. Les propriétaires ont décorés et aménagé avec gout comme si vous étiez chez vous, chez eux. Je n'ai jamais vu une maison de location aussi bien équipée, BRAVO!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

5/5 Excellent

Monique l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un petit cocon
Tout est réuni pour passer un très agréable séjour dans cette maisonnette très bien arrangée, avec goût. On se croirait reçus chez des amis de longue date !! L’emplacement pour découvrir la région est idéal, la place du village un très bel endroit À recommander à tout prix Merci aux très gentils et accueillants propriétaires que je n’ai pas eu la chance de rencontrer.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

5/5 Excellent

Heidi R.

So Close to Heaven! Dem Himmel so nah!
What a stroke of luck! This charming accommodation leaves nothing to be desired. The owners have created a small oasis for themselves, which they trustingly make available to their guests. Not only the beautiful and tasteful furnishing and the unique view from the terrace put us in ahhhhs and ohhhs but we also appreciated the proximity to the central square of the place as well as the short distance to Vaison and Nyons. There is hardly anything more to add to what others have written here and the photos also speak volumes. The only thing we really regretted was that we did not have the opportunity to meet the very sympathetic owners in person and have a sun downer together on their truly celestial roof terrace. Thanks so much, Mandy and Ian for doing everything to make our stay in Villedieu an unforgettable one. H&E Was für ein Glücksgriff! Diese bezaubernde Unterkunft lässt keine Wünsche offen. Die Eigentümer haben sich eine kleine Oase geschaffen, die sie vertrauensvoll ihren Gästen zur Verfügung stellen. Nicht nur die liebevolle und geschmackvolle Einrichtung und der einzigartiger Blick von der Terrasse versetzten uns in ahhhs und ohhhs, wir haben auch die Nähe zum zentralen Platz des Ortes und den naheliegenden Orten wie Vaison und Nyons sehr geschätzt. Dem, was andere hier geschrieben haben, gibt es kaum noch etwas hinzuzufügen und die Fotos sprechen ebenfalls Bände. Das einzige, das wir wirklich bedauert haben, war, dass wir nicht die Gelegenheit hatten, die sympathischen Eigentümer persönlich zu treffen, um mit ihnen einen Sun Downer auf ihrer wahrhaft himmlischen Dachterrasse zu nehmen. Danke, Mandy und Ian dafür, dass ihr alles getan habt, um uns diese Zeit unvergesslich zu machen! H&E
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

4/5 Good

Ute und Thomas H.

Wirklich erholsame Ferien
Eine schöne Unterkunft in einer phantastischen Region.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mandy and Ian Moore

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Ian & Mandy Moore
We live in the Brecon Beacons, Wales where we have our own small business. We left good jobs in the City of London to move to Wales some 18 years ago when we bought a small hotel (formerly the workhouse) on a hillside above the Monmouth/Brecon Canal with magnificent views of Table Mountain. We built up a flourishing business and sold the hotel after 10 hectic years, by which time we knew we wanted to stay in Wales and not return south. We took a year out and travelled. We are now settled in a pretty hamlet in this lovely rural area with mountain views of the Brecon Beacons on our doorstep, and a lot more time to enjoy it. Although very different scenery, the views from our roof terrace were what cemented our decision to buy this house in Provence. We visit our home in Villedieu several times a year, often with friends and/or family and are always impatient for our next visit. We look forward to retirement when we will have more time to make longer visits.

Why they chose this property

It was love at first sight from the picture in the estate agent's window of this house with its old stone walls and red shutters. We viewed the house the same day and that was it. We already knew the village and knew it offered everything we wanted. All the ancient villages in this area have their own charms, but some of them have the main road running through the middle of the village and some of them do not have a restaurant or cafe or a bakery. However, Villedieu has a couple of restaurants and a Cafe/Bar all set in its charming and convivial central square, which is so typically Provencal - the heart of the village. Buying this house has proved to be one of the best decisions we ever made and far exceeded expectations. We love the history of the village and the property itself. The sympathetic renovation of the property has been very tastefully done, and provides today's discerning guest with the modern conveniences they expect. The spacious roof terrace offers the ability to live and dine outdoors and to watch some magnificent sunsets while taking in the truly spectacular and panoramic views across the vineyards and olive groves. We could never tire of that view. Even on the lower floors there are no bad views from any window. It is a short stroll to the village square where the restaurant and Cafe/Bar owners are friendly and welcoming. There is a village store where one can buy fresh bread daily and any provisions needed. There are delightful walks and bike rides on your doorstep. Villedieu is a lively and friendly village and we love the fact that everything you need is only a short walk from your front door. Our neighbours and the villagers are all very friendly and it is easy to become part of the community and join in with village life. Provence at its best

What makes this property unique

The ancient stone walls,the facade of the house with its deep red door and window shutters and the rose bush growing up the wall by the front door were what made us want to view this house, and it did not disappoint. We like the fact that you have summer and winter living, with a wood burning stove in the downstairs lounge and a spacious roof terrace on the top floor. By the time we walked out through the French doors onto that roof terrace and saw the views out across the vineyards we had fallen in love with this house. It wasn't just the views, it was the raised decking area on the terrace with drapes and lanterns giving a mixed Far Eastern and African feel to that area. It was the table and chairs on the terrace offering the choice of al fresco dining as well as indoor dining in the top floor living room with its characterful sloped, beamed ceiling. It was the use of old antique doors to make wardrobe doors and kitchen cupboard doors. All these touches are what made us choose to buy this property and we have no regrets. Villedieu is a unique village - a peaceful hilltop Knights Templar village, with a lively village square and community life. It offers fantastic scenery and is close to the ancient Roman town of Vaison-la-Romaine which has one of the best weekly markets in Provence.
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